Dakota Political Junkies
New episodes uploaded monthly
'Political Junkies' is a fan-favorite companion to SDPB's "In The Moment."
Join host Lori Walsh as she discusses the top political headlines with journalists, former legislators, and political scientists from around the state.
Select conversations broadcast on the air once a month on SDPB's "Morning Edition."
Latest Episodes
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Dakota Political Junkies Jonathan Ellis and Patrick Lalley examine dueling visions of economic growth in South Dakota. -
Dakota Political Junkies Jon Hunter and Michael Card, Ph.D., discuss civility, chastity, and the opening of South Dakota's 101st legislative session
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SDPB's Dakota Political Junkies discuss how polarization impacts the ability to craft effective policy -
SDPB's Dakota Political Junkies discuss forgone revenue and spending flubs that have altered the state's budget outlook
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From the governor's priorities to legislator reaction, we recap the budget address and ask what it means for the people of South Dakota.
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Fifty-seven percent of Republicans who responded say if the primary were held today, they would cast their vote for Marty Jackley. SDPB's Dakota Political Junkies offer analysis on the limitations of those numbers.
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Our Dakota Political Junkies discuss how the government shutdown started, how both parties are playing the blame game, and how it could one day end.
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U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth took to social media to announce that the medals awarded after the Wounded Knee Massacre won't be recalled. Journalist Seth Tupper takes listeners into his coverage.
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Our Dakota Political Junkies explore how political messaging has changed over time, and they preview how candidates may talk about their opponents in the next election.
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Our Dakota Political Junkies share news from the governor's officer. They offer their analysis of the next step in South Dakota's prison plan.
